Outline for Data Communication
- Definition of Data Communication
- Explanation of data communication as the process of transferring data between two or more devices through a transmission medium.
- Examples of data communication systems in everyday life (e.g., internet, mobile networks).
- Importance of Data Communication in Modern Technology
- Discussion on the role of data communication in facilitating connectivity in today’s digital world.
- Impact on industries such as telecommunications, business, healthcare, and education.
- Importance of efficient data communication for real-time applications (e.g., video conferencing, online gaming).
- Basic Components of Data Communication Systems
- Sender: The device or entity that originates the data (e.g., computer, smartphone).
- Receiver: The device or entity that receives the data.
- Transmission Medium: The physical or logical path through which data travels (e.g., cables, wireless signals).
- Message: The actual data being communicated (e.g., text, audio, video).
- Protocol: A set of rules governing data communication, ensuring proper data transfer (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP).
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